Best International Partnership Ministries Podcasts (2024)

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Philips ministering in the Philippines 20:31

4h ago20:31

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The cornerstone of Bible League International's global ministry is creating Philips, named after the evangelist, who in Acts 8, leads the Ethiopian to Christ. You'll also get to hear about staff from Bible League who recently visited the Philippines and saw God at work through our programs, including Project Philip Bible studies. Guests Deanna and …

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Disaster Partnership Conversations - Arkansas Tornado Recovery: One Year Later (Part 1 of a 3-Part Podcast Series) 42:34

7h ago42:34

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Our latest Sunspot’s Disaster Partnership Conversation podcast features a three-part series, highlighting the tornado recovery efforts across the Presbytery of Arkansas. On March 31, 2023, a high-end EF3 tornado hit Central Arkansas, damaging areas of Little Rock, North Little Rock, Sherwood, and Jacksonville. In that same storm system, another EF3…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations - Arkansas Tornado Recovery: One Year Later (Part 2 of a 3-Part Podcast Series) 30:45

7h ago30:45

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Our latest Sunspot’s Disaster Partnership Conversation podcast features a three-part series, highlighting the tornado recovery efforts across the Presbytery of Arkansas. On March 31, 2023, a high-end EF3 tornado hit Central Arkansas, damaging areas of Little Rock, North Little Rock, Sherwood, and Jacksonville. In that same storm system, another EF3…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations - Arkansas Tornado Recovery: One Year Later (Part 3 of a 3-Part Podcast Series) 30:50

7h ago30:50

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Our latest Sunspot’s Disaster Partnership Conversation podcast features a three-part series, highlighting the tornado recovery efforts across the Presbytery of Arkansas. On March 31, 2023, a high-end EF3 tornado hit Central Arkansas, damaging areas of Little Rock, North Little Rock, Sherwood, and Jacksonville. In that same storm system, another EF3…

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Prison Fellowship and Bible League: A Transforming Partnership 40:46

5d ago40:46

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Ten years ago, Bible League International (BLI) and Prison Fellowship International (PFI) joined together to minister around the US and the world to those in prison, their families and even those they've offended. The result is that hundreds of thousands have been impacted by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Andy Corley and Jos Snoep each serves as Pres…

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Introducing Mitch Miller 41:47

20d ago41:47

41:47

On today’s episode, we have a conversation with the Rev. Mitchell Miller, who was unanimously elected at the Spring 2024 Stated Meeting as the new Synod Leader/Stated Clerk of Synod of the Sun. Interviewing Mitch is Rev. Elizabeth Brinegar, who served on the Search Committee and Rev. Steve Shive, our current Bridge Interim Synod Leader and Stated C…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Recovering Oklahomans 41:30

21d ago41:30

41:30

Today’s episode is all about volunteering and disaster recovery. Kathy joined a mission trip with a group of Presbyterians from Iowa as they as they work on storm damaged homes in Eastern Oklahoma. For this podcast, Kathy spoke with the group leader, the Rev. Tim Maxa, who is the pastor of two congregations who has been leading teams of youth and a…

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Living in Liminal Space: October 7 and Israel's War on Gaza 37:53

1M ago37:53

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On this episode of Sunspots, we continue the series of Living in Liminal Space but expanding it from the church setting to a global context. Bridge Interim Synod Leader/Stated Clerk Steve Shive welcomes his twin brother Ronald Shive to the conversation. Ron is a Retired Presbyterian Minister and Owner of Spiritus Mundi Travel. Ron has been engaged …

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God Replaced Bosco's Rage with Peace and Love 21:52

1M ago21:52

21:52

Bosco suffered a terrible tragedy as a child when his parents were murdered in a conflict within the country of Burundi, Africa. Throughout his teenage years, he lived with unforgiveness and rage, even wanting to take revenge on his family's killers, but God transformed Bosco's life and brought him peace after he heard the Gospel preached in a chur…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Transforming Donations to Disaster Recovery & Resiliency - Part 2 30:49

2M ago30:49

30:49

Today's episode is part two of a two-part episode of a Sunspots’ Disaster Partnership Conversation. This episode features Jim Kirk, who serves as the Associate for Disaster Response in the U.S. for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, and Michelle Muñiz, who serves as the Disaster Recovery Coordinator for the Presbytery of San Juan in Puerto Rico. In …

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Transforming Donations to Disaster Recovery & Resiliency - Part 1 35:21

2M ago35:21

35:21

Today's episode is part one of a two-part episode of a Sunspots’ Disaster Partnership Conversation. This episode features Jim Kirk, who serves as the Associate for Disaster Response in the U.S. for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, and Michelle Muñiz, who serves as the Disaster Recovery Coordinator for the Presbytery of San Juan in Puerto Rico. In …

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Liminal Space Conversations: Nikki Collins 27:14

2M ago27:14

27:14

On this episode of Sunspots, Bridge Interim Synod Leader and Stated Clerk Steve Shive talks with Nikki Collins, the Coordinator for 1001 New Worshiping Communities. Nikki Collins began serving as the Coordinator for 1001 New Worshiping Communities in June 2018. Previously she served Cherokee Presbytery as Stated Clerk and Mission Coordinator and, b…

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White Privilege Conference Conversation - Part 2 48:25

3M ago48:25

48:25

This is part two of a two-part episode of Sunspots, featuring Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., Founder and Executive Director of The Privilege Institute, who talks about the upcoming White Privilege Conference that will be held on April 3-6 in Tulsa, OK. Click HERE to read Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr.'s bio and event details. Dr. Moore is interviewed by Natarsha Sande…

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White Privilege Conference Conversation - Part 1 38:44

4M ago38:44

38:44

On this first of a two part episode of Sunspots, Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., Founder and Executive Director of The Privilege Institute, talks about the upcoming White Privilege Conference that will be held on April 3-6 in Tulsa, OK. Click HERE to read his bio and event details Dr. Moore is interviewed by: Natarsha Sanders, who is the Director of Centering…

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From Darkness to Light in Madagascar 19:37

3M ago19:37

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Henri was dedicated as a child by parents to serve the family's idol. After engaging in demon worship and life as a cattle robber, he became a believer after a life-changing encounter with a Christian in the island nation of Madagascar, Africa. In addition, the former witchdoctor who knew no peace received his very first Bible. And a Bible study fr…

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A Woman's Journey to Recovery and New Life 14:48

4M ago14:48

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Even the most broken lives can be restored and made whole when women in recovery are engaged in God's Word. The Lord is transforming lives around the world and that's especially true in Hong Kong through a Bible League International program that ministers to women battling drug addiction. Candy lost her father when she was young, and her mother was…

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A Look Back, A Glance Forward 21:32

5M ago21:32

21:32

When you seat the Chairman of the Board, CEO and Executive Vice President in a studio together, the conversation is likely to be lively. Today, host Michael Woolworth welcomes Dan Chapman, grandson of Bible League founders William and Betty Chapman, along with Jos Snoep and Rob Bullock. Together, this trio will share the air of excitement, and yet …

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Pastor Jakkarao Brings Hope to India's Koya Tribe 19:06

6M ago19:06

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Pastor Jakkarao's village in southern India is dotted by mango, tamarind and coconut trees. It's also filled with orphans, widows and people in severe need. He, his family, and his congregation work tirelessly to serve the needs of the Koya tribe and to point them to the hope of the Gospel with help from Bible League International. As Pastor Jakkar…

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Living in Liminal Space: How is the Diminishing Impact of our Churches and the Death of Many Churches Affecting our Presbyteries and Churches Emotionally and Spiritually 57:28

6M ago57:28

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On November 9th, Steve Shive welcomed Fran Hilton Shelton to Liminal Conversations. The focus of the conversation was “How is the Diminishing Impact of our Churches and the Death of many Churches Affecting our Presbyteries and Churches Emotionally and Spiritually?” A founder of Faith & Grief Ministries, Fran leads bereavement workshops and spiritua…

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Living in Liminal Space: The Church's Vocation Found in Disaster Resilience 51:55

7M ago51:55

51:55

On October 28, Thomas Riggs welcomed fellow staff member Kathy Lee-Cornell, Director of the Synod Partnership for Disaster Recovery. The focus of our conversation was "The Church's Vocation Found in Disaster Resilience". You can read more about the Synod Partnership for Disaster Recovery on the Synod's website at: https://www.synodsun.org/spdr-abou…

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Living in Liminal Space: What Christians Can Learn from the Spiritual but Not Religious 53:54

8M ago53:54

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On October 12, Thomas Riggs welcomed Mike Clawson to Liminal Conversations. The focus of the conversation was “What Christians can learn from the Spiritual But Not Religious” Mike Clawson is the Administrator for Illuman, a non-profit founded by Richard Rohr to promote healthy masculinity through contemplative spirituality and deep inner work. He a…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Meet Kathy Broyard 39:15

8M ago39:15

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How did a radio engineer end up transitioning into a career in disaster ministry? To find out, you’ll have to listen to this Sunspots Disaster Partnership Conversations episode and get to know a very special person named, Kathy Broyard. Kathy Broyard is the Executive Director and Emergency Management Specialist of FLAPDAN (what a great acronym, rig…

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Living in Liminal Space: Welcome to the Unknown 49:03

8M ago49:03

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On Thursday, September 28th, this conversation was led by Steve Shive, Bridge Interim Synod Leader/Stated Clerk. The focus of the conversation was "Welcome to the Unknown - How do we Live and Lead in this Time of an UnFolding Future?"By Valerie Young

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Impacting South Africa's Schools for Christ 14:48

8M ago14:48

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We know that the Gospel of Jesus Christ can change an individual's heart, but we don't often think about how the Good News can transform entire communities. In the Gauteng Province of South Africa, government school students live without any knowledge of the Bible and its teachings. As a result, schools experience teen pregnancies, drug and alcohol…

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Lorijane's Disability Didn't Define Her 19:08

8M ago19:08

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Lorijane was born with one leg shorter than the other. She was bullied by other children, her parents divorced, and she wanted to end her life. But her disability and circumstances did not define her. God did, and He showed Lorijane her incredible worth and gave her the gift of caring for others in one of the world's poorest areas. Today, she minis…

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Living in Liminal Space: Why Creating a Culture of Call Matters 1:03:19

9M ago1:03:19

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On September 7th, Steve Shive welcomed Lee Hinson-Hasty, senior director for Theological Educations Funds Development for the Committee on Theological Education of the Presbyterian Church (USA). The focus of the conversation was “Why Creating a Culture of Call Matters to the Future of Pastoral Leadership and How to Do It.” You are also invited to j…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Ferncliff 31:39

9M ago31:39

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This latest Disaster Partnerships Conversation features Emily Hooker, the Associate Director for Ferncliff, a camp and conference center located just outside of Little Rock, Arkansas. You will hear Emily wonderfully summarize the many ways Ferncliff lives out its passion for mission and outreach through several partnerships and offerings that suppo…

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Re-airing One of Our Most Popular Podcasts: Kacy's Hope 20:32

9M ago20:32

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This month, we're re-airing one of our most popular podcasts from December 2022. Our prayer is that you'll enjoy it again, or for the first time. Imagine being a child only 3 or 4 years of age and dropped off with your siblings at an orphanage by your own parents. You would never see your mother again. One would think that this pain and rejection c…

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Living in Liminal Space: Grounding Practices Amidst Unstable Times 47:36

9M ago47:36

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On August 24th, Steve Shive welcomed B.J. Woodworth to the conversation. B.J. is the minister of spiritual life and Taize worship at East Liberty Presbyterian Church in Pittsburg, Penn. The focus of the conversation was entitled “Grounding Practices amidst Unstable Times”. We pick up the conversation after an introduction and after Pastor Woodworth…

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Living in Liminal Space: Moving Church Communications to What's Next 58:22

10M ago58:22

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This conversation was moderated by Thomas Riggs, Communication and Administration Coordinator for Synod of the Sun and featured Rebecca Eldridge, Sr. Director of Development from FPC/Dallas. The focus on this conversation was entitled "Moving Church Communications to What's Next."By Valerie Young

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Giving the Gift of Literacy in Zambia 18:23

10M ago18:23

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More than one million residents in Zambia cannot read or write primarily because of poverty and the inability to access quality education. More than 80% of these are women who are often forced to marry young or to work to support their family. Bible League International is giving the gift of literacy and introducing participants to the hope of the …

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Living in Liminal Space: Youth Ministry in a Post-Christian, Post-Pandemic World 1:04:50

11M ago1:04:50

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This summer, the Synod of the Sun began a series of conversations called “Living in Liminal Space: A Conversation Seeking Wisdom on the Way”. Hosted by Bridge Interim Synod Leader and Stated Clerk Steve Shive, these dialogues are a way for people to discuss the liminality of a post-pandemic and post-Christian world, as well as the liminal space in …

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Southminster Presbyterian Church Response to Tulsa Storms 46:22

11M ago46:22

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On this episode of Sunspots, the official podcast of Synod of the Sun, Kathy Lee-Cornell, Director of the Synod Partnership for Disaster Recovery has a conversation with Oliva Lane, Head of Staff at Southminster Presbyterian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Pastor Lane talks about her recollection of the event, the aftermath in Tulsa, and Southminster’s …

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More Bibles and Study Materials, Please! 15:13

11M ago15:13

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Recently, a number of Bible League staff from around the world met in Greece and the message couldn't be clearer -- we need more! More Bibles and study materials are needed because people are hungry and thirsty for God. Our partners are asking for more resources with a sense of urgency and excitement for how God will respond to meeting this incredi…

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Living in Liminal Space: Questions that are Troubling the Waters 53:22

11M ago53:22

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On June 22, 2023, the Synod of the Sun began a series of conversations called “Living in Liminal Space: A Conversation Seeking Wisdom on the Way”. Hosted by Bridge Interim Synod Leader and Stated Clerk Steve Shive, these dialogues are a way for people to discuss the liminality of a post-pandemic and post-Christian world, as well as the liminal spac…

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Disaster Partnership Conversations: Grants for Church Security 31:14

12M ago31:14

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On this episode of Sunspots, Kathy Lee-Cornell, Director of the Synod Partnership for Disaster Recovery has a conversation with Ben Henderson and Katherine Kerr Kubatzky, members of Mission Presbytery’s Disaster Preparedness & Assistance Task Force. For this first Disaster Partnership Conversation, Kathy, Ben, and Katherine host a discussion on Gra…

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God is Moving in Malaysia 22:17

1y ago22:17

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Malaysia is one of the largest Muslim-majority countries in the world. It's also a place where the "Longhouse People" have lived for centuries steeped in spiritual darkness as animists. But it's also a part of the world where Bible League has a strong presence through familiar programs like Project Philip and Bible-based Literacy. Host Michael Wool…

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Bold Witness in Albania 17:34

1y ago17:34

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Evangelical Christians make up a very small part of the population in Albania in eastern Europe. At times, believers face persecution from members of the majority religion. One example is of a young Christian woman whose family forced her to marry a non-believer. Another is windows at a local church vandalized by radicals. Because poverty is widesp…

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Welcome 35:52

1y ago35:52

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On this episode of SunSpots, Coordinating Team Moderator Kristy Rodgers interviews Bridge Interim Synod Leader and Stated Clerk Rev. Dr. Steve Shive. They talk about the ‘liminal space’, the role of an interim, and listening to the stirring of the Spirit.By Valerie Young

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"The Scum of the Town" 17:07

1y ago17:07

17:07

The locals in the South African village of Zeerust referred to the street gang comprised of young people as "the scum of the town." They were homeless beggars, addicted to drugs, and engaged in crime. But transformation came when a godly widow named Onica invited them to learn about Jesus. Eventually, the mayor would visit this Bible study to find …

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Reaching Egypt's Uneducated Women with God's Word 16:05

1+ y ago16:05

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Many women in upper Egypt -- in large part, because of cultural and religious norms -- are treated as less valuable, forced to marry young, and denied access to education. Many cannot read or write, so Bible-based Literacy from Bible League International is giving the gift of literacy and dignity to women and showing them God's great love. Hear abo…

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Let the Little Children Come to Me 16:07

1+ y ago16:07

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Jesus said in Matthew 19:14, "Let the little children come to me." Sharing the Gospel with children and discipling them to know and love Jesus is important to Bible League International and that's evident in our new Discovery Series for Children. Students and teachers alike are showing excitement in using the booklets, manuals and coloring books. P…

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The U.S. Needs the Gospel 13:14

1+ y ago13:14

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It's likely that when you think of Bible League International, you picture ministry that's carried out in Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, but our organization is doing more and more in the United States. From Bible-based Literacy to Church Planter Training, many are engaged in God's Word and learning to be a light here in A…

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Kacy's Hope 20:09

1+ y ago20:09

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Imagine being a child only 3 or 4 years of age and dropped off with your siblings at an orphanage by your own parents. One would think that this pain and rejection could easily ruin a child like Kacy. But enter the hope of the Gospel and a dear elderly Christian woman named Lola (Grandma) Nits. Grab a tissue and join host Michael Woolworth and his …

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Farewell 48:28

1+ y ago48:28

48:28

On this episode of Sunspots, 2022 Moderator Kristy Rodgers interviews our outgoing Synod Leader and Stated Clerk Valerie Young. As she prepares to become the new Synod Leader/Stated Clerk of the Synod of South Atlantic, Valerie shares some of her stories from 18 years of ministry in the Synod, looks forward to her new experiences, and says thank yo…

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Training Pastors in Tanzania to Reach the Lost 12:40

1+ y ago12:40

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Not long ago, many parts of Africa were known for being steeped in spiritual darkness. Today, the Gospel is spreading in countries like Tanzania, but pastors and evangelists often lack the skills and resources to share the Good News. Join host Michael Woolworth and his guest, Anton, to hear how God is using Bible League International to help transf…

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Blessed are the Persecuted (in Southeast Asia) 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

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In Matthew 5, Jesus said, "Blessed are the persecuted." Many are singled out, monitored, denied basic rights, beaten, jailed and even threatened with death simply for believing that Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life. That's especially true for persecuted Christians living in Southeast Asia where Bible League International serves in the count…

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From the Boardroom to the Field 19:01

2y ago19:01

19:01

It's assumed that ministry executives are confined to the boardroom. That's simply not true for Jos Snoep, President and CEO, and Leanne deKoning, Executive Vice President of People and Culture, of Bible League International. The pair traveled recently with others to the countries of Egypt and South Africa, visiting with ministry partners, staff an…

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kin·dom camp 46:08

2y ago46:08

46:08

On this episode of Sunspots, we visit with Rev. Pepa Paniagua of kin·dom community, a 1001 New Worshiping Communities in North Texas. Enabling the dream of friends Andy Hackett and Garrett deGraffenreid, they created kin·dom camp, an opportunity for LBGTQIA+ youth to come and experience a week of affirmation, celebration and fun at Camp Gilmont. Th…

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A Covenant Conversation 37:02

2y ago37:02

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On this edition of Sunspots, we listen in on a conversation between Kristy Rodgers, 2022 Moderator of the Synod of the Sun and Brian Ellison, Executive Director of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians. As they talk about the upcoming Covenant Conversation to be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Oklahoma City on August 27th, they dig into …

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